The Houselab Team

The Houselab Team A 360 degree full service real estate team. We help you buy, sell, and renovate homes in the Portland metro area.

Made up of Jake Goodson, Tony Le, and Jenny Connors - Oregon Brokers at eXp Realty, LLC.

King Duplex! Keep it multi fam or live large in over 3,000 square feet. Live in one, rent the other? Lots of flexibility...
04/12/2026

King Duplex! Keep it multi fam or live large in over 3,000 square feet. Live in one, rent the other? Lots of flexibility with this one..

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A Tudor with a Tortoise! Harold’s House is old Portland cool. Killer style in original architecture.📸:
04/12/2026

A Tudor with a Tortoise! Harold’s House is old Portland cool. Killer style in original architecture.

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Just listed! Architecturally striking condo in Portland’s historic Lair Hill neighborhood. Located in the award-winning ...
03/14/2026

Just listed! Architecturally striking condo in Portland’s historic Lair Hill neighborhood. Located in the award-winning Lair development, this modern residence showcases walls of windows, hardwood flooring, and thoughtful design. The open-concept living space features a gas fireplace and a floor plan that flows seamlessly from one space into the next.

Listed by us, the Houselab Team.

We’re open today (3/14) from 12pm - 3pm and tomorrow (3/15) from 12pm - 2pm! Come check it out.

Selling a home takes more than good staging and a decent price. It requires a clear strategy and gameplan to give you th...
11/11/2025

Selling a home takes more than good staging and a decent price. It requires a clear strategy and gameplan to give you the best opportunity for a multiple offer situation. Our listing over at Cherry Blossom Drive was always going to be a charmer, but when we landed a multiple offer situation, we knew we hit the nail on the head with this one. Eight great offers and our sellers are stoked.

Curious how Houselab could help you get the best out of an unpredictable market? Call us, email us, carrier pigeon us. We got you.

10/01/2025

Does your realtor even skate, bro? 🛹

Lots of changes and opportunities in the market these days, so call us for the hookup and let’s get some deals done. 🏠

Caught up with Dennis Newell at Sunlan Lighting 👏 AKA co-owner/manager of , owner of a sick skateboard collection, and s...
12/20/2024

Caught up with Dennis Newell at Sunlan Lighting 👏 AKA co-owner/manager of , owner of a sick skateboard collection, and son of the Portland legend Kay Newell!

Ah, you all know Kay... she's more than just the owner of Sunlan Lighting — she’s a true Portland character. Known as the “Lightbulb Lady,” Kay’s been running this one-of-a-kind shop with her two sons for over three decades. With an encyclopedic knowledge of all things lighting and a no-BS attitude, Kay has become a neighborhood legend. Every single time I renovate a house I get my specialty bulbs from Kay. Its like going to see the godfather, plus her son, Dennis, has a sick collection of vintage skateboards and ripped hard back in the day…

Kay’s story is also part of a larger tale about Portland. The Mississippi Ave neighborhood has seen huge changes, with many longtime businesses being pushed out by rising rents. But not Sunlan. Kay and her family are holding it down, offering a glimpse of what Portland used to be — funky, resilient, and full of heart.

Locals Lou S. Chain and Lisa Petersen were so captivated by Kay and her store that they made a documentary about her. The Sun’s Only Rival captures the essence of Kay and her importance to Portland’s history. It’s proof that even as the city changes, people like Kay keep its soul alive.

Want to catch the documentary or visit the shop? Hit up and see why this place is so special. 🌞

Employing 2023 HMDA data, a study by Polygon Research shows that consumers save $10,662 over the life of their loans whe...
09/12/2024

Employing 2023 HMDA data, a study by Polygon Research shows that consumers save $10,662 over the life of their loans when working with a mortgage broker as compared to a mortgage lender.

Michael’s not one to pat his own back or toot his or horn... so we’ll do it for him. We partner with because they’re awesome, down-to-earth people who know their sh*t when it comes to mortgage lending.

Check out the full study at nationalmortgageprofessional.com

We've been through the worst of this summer's heat wave... Hope you managed to stay safe and cool through those insane t...
08/21/2024

We've been through the worst of this summer's heat wave... Hope you managed to stay safe and cool through those insane temps 👀

One of our top takeaways after yet ANOTHER record-breaking heat wave is that... these summers aren't going anywhere. Since 2021, we've had 5+ days of 100+ degree heat in the Portland area. The high temps are increasing, as are the length of the heat waves.

Now that this heat wave is done and gone, here's how we suggest prepping for the next one, whether it's next month or next year...

👉🏼 Build yourself a DIY swamp cooler with either a box fan or a desktop fan. There are loads of DIY tutorials online, but here's a great one from NWPB so you don't have to dig through Google. 

👉🏼 Have emergency Mylar blankets stocked. They're great for reflecting sunlight away from your windows by taping them over as many windows as you can, prioritizing the south- and west-facing windows first.

👉🏼 Stock smoke masks and filters in the garage, your home go-bag, and/or in the car in case you find yourself caught on the freeway or back road in a smokey situation. 

👉🏼 Bookmark the Central Oregon Fire and Oregon Live's wildfire trackers to keep an eye on fires and where they're headed. 

👉🏼Always have extra food and water stocked in the car and house, just like you would during the winter months.

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Our friend and partnered lender Michael Leland is back again to drop some knowledge. If they aren't already, needs to ...
06/24/2024

Our friend and partnered lender Michael Leland is back again to drop some knowledge. If they aren't already, needs to be your go-to resource for all things lending. Give him a ring or DM us and we'll connect you!

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Consider this... What do you think are the top reasons why someone renting their home believes homeownership is out of the question?

Well, a recent Redfin survey of 1,000 renters uncovered some interesting information on the top 2 reasons:

1️⃣ Available homes are too expensive (cited by 44% of folks)

2️⃣ Ability to save for a down payment (cited by 35% of folks)

There’s not much we can do about #1 above. But there is something we can do for #2.

Many potential home buyers still think they need a 20% down payment to buy a home. As we all know (we do all know this, right???), this isn’t true. Conventional loans can be done with as little as a 3% down payment. There is also a fantastic loan program that doesn’t require a down payment, and there are no special requirements (such as buying in a certain geographic area, being a Veteran, having income under a certain threshold, etc.) to qualify for it.

Reach out if you’d like to learn the details of it


(Seriously) Give Michael a shout

FIRE AND ICE... They are a thing. A very real thing. Compared to the rest of the country, in Portland, we aren't hit wit...
06/19/2024

FIRE AND ICE...

They are a thing. A very real thing. Compared to the rest of the country, in Portland, we aren't hit with Mother Nature's worst that often. But when we do, we can get caught flat footed.

Modern humans have insulated themselves against the elements, but they can still wreak havoc on our homes, our towns, and our lives. It doesn't hurt to be prepared for the worst.

So my #1 tip for summer maintenance is removing fire hazards. That doesn’t mean I’m gonna water my lawn. I’m too old world for that 😅 But it's is a good buffer against fires.

👉🏼 I keep my grass and shrubbery trimmed tight.
👉🏼 I keep piles of firewood away from the house
👉🏼 I keep sprinklers and hoses at the ready.
👉🏼 During extreme heat waves when the fire danger goes up, I leave them running so I can keep my grounds wet when I need them to be.
👉🏼 And I obviously don’t CREATE fire hazards. As much as I love my Malm outdoor fireplace, I don’t use it during the peak dry season.

Beyond removing fire hazards, I also keep a few things prepped for emergency situations. I add a couple aluminum "Mylar" blankets to my go-bag and I always keep 3M contractor masks on me (in the go-bag and in the car) in case my daughter and I get caught in an extreme smoke situation while on the road.

Last but not least, our AC units need annual servicing, just like your furnace. Reach out if you don’t have a company that you love already for doing those things and I’ll send you who I use!

Tired of those tiny porches and living rooms? Come check us out! New listing on NE 18th Ave. Only a block from Alberta p...
06/10/2024

Tired of those tiny porches and living rooms? Come check us out! New listing on NE 18th Ave. Only a block from Alberta park and steps to a restaurant cluster on Killingsworth and Woodlawn Triangle.

Updates include new...
➡️ Fiber Cement Siding
➡️ Metal Roof
➡️ Fresh Exterior Paint
➡️ Cedar ceiling on Porch
➡️ Backyard Habitat Cert
➡️ New Carpet

Interior Features include really high ceilings, nicely sized rooms, updated main floor bathroom. The exterior Rafter tails are an awesome architectural touch. Thoughtfully landscaped with native, low maintenance plants. Big ol' front porch with new cedar ceilings. Hard woods and high ceilings. Craftsman details, check the rafter tails! Nice, big house. No cap 😎

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